Golden Simple Thoughts #10

"While we try to teach our Children all about life, our Children teach us what life is all about." - Angel Schwindt

Isn't it better we listen to our children more often than we do now! That is to listen between the words they speak, and try and understand the thoughts behind their action or non-action! 

English Teachers - Don't Miss This New Book!

How often have we heard professionals say that something ‘sounds good in theory, but not in practice’?

With the book ‘Innovations in pre-service education and training for English language teachers’, the editors, Julian Edge and Steve Mann, have tried to turn that around.

“Often, people have this idea that the there is a theory that needs to be applied. We have heard teachers say that this sounds good in theory but may not work in a classroom. What we are essentially saying is that what is not good in practice is not good in theory as well,” Mr. Edge explained.

This British Council publication is a compendium on best practices from around the world for teacher educators handling trainee English-language teachers. The book documents practices that have already been implemented. It has a collection of 14 papers sharing diverse experiences from countries such as Mexico and China.

We are happy to recommend this book to all teachers, especially English Language teachers.

Tell a Fairy Tale Day, 26 Feb

Tell a Fairy Tale Day

Today is a great opportunity to read your kids. There's nothing better than a good story that ends with "and they all lived happily ever after". On this special day, cozy up under a blanket with the kids and read a fairy tale and have a good night sleep!

Heaven on Earth - Top Travel Destinations #15

Have you ever dreamed of finding a paradise on Earth? Everyone has a slightly different idea about what a heaven on earth would look like. Some people may think it is a glorious gushing waterfall, for others it may be acres of rolling flower garden, and for others it could be a peaceful and untouched mountain top. Your eyes would admire and love to see the beauty of these places. You can visit these places and get immersed in the feeling of happiness and peacefulness. Here, we present a collection of top 16 paradises on our earth. The best way to visit these magnificent places is to go there with your loved ones as the magical effect of these beautiful places will live with you for ever.

15.  Lavender Field, UK and France

If you are passionate for amazing natural photographs then you must not miss the amazing scenery offered to you by lavender fields in UK and France. Once being there you will sense the scent of lavender that fills your being when these plants are in full bloom. They spread for large areas and everywhere you look you will see only seas of deep purple while your senses get filled with the sweet delicate perfume of these plants. You will get amazing pictures when lavender fields in UK and France are in full bloom, and this is from mid June to early August.

"Real-life Parenting Thoughts" #105

Being a Dad or Mom is one of the most rewarding tasks that life has to offer. It is also one of the most challenging. Parenting is a job for which there aren’t perfect description or instruction manuals. But we will be happy to get one. Here is the second from a collection of 20 real-life thoughts that can help, inspire or change parents. Take what works for you.

What is tastier than a Birthday Cake?

A wise teacher named Erin Kurt happened to have the insight to ask her students what they most liked their parents to do with them. She asked this same question every year for 16 years and here is one of the answers she got from them...

What can be tastier than a Birthday Cake? What can be more fulfilling than winning a prize in a contest? What could be more exciting than performing in the school auditorium and getting applause? It is YOU... and your presence. For a kid, nothing is complete without his or her dad or mom. Be there! Always!!

Love Your Pet Day, 20 Feb

With busy lives amongst families, jobs, traveling, homework, and chores, how much quality time do you spend with a pet? Let go of a daily task to spend it with your animal companion on this day. Treats, pampering and all the the attention that the little guy or gal can handle are a great way to celebrate.

Simple Memorable Activities to do with your Preschool Child #202

How you spend your time with your child is as important as how much time you spend with your child. Apart from the routines what else do you do that is exciting and memorable for the child. Do you engage your child in simple art activities at home? We have a few ideas and we are happy to share them with you. These activities can happen at home or outside. Just be a little creative. Most of the raw materials are simple day-to-day materials like bread, pencil etc and waste items like broken buttons etc.needs simple raw materials. Try some of these starter activities... get creative and come up with your own simple memorable activities. Most of all, spend great time with your child and enjoy together.

Golden Simple Thoughts #9

"You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need

is a BOOK." - Dr. Seuss

If you have children, you must read to them. Creating the reading habit in your kids is the best way to ensure they’ll be readers when they grow up … and it will help them to be knowledgeable and successful in life as well.

Little Nutty about this Nut!

Almond Day, 16 Feb

Whether you enjoy them plain or roasted, Almonds do wonders. Packed with vitamin E, magnesium and fibre, almonds are one of the most heart-healthy foods in the market.

Introduce the big mighty Hippos to your Kids!

This is the day where we all get to express the love that we all have for hippos. This is a good day to take your kids to the zoo again, see the hippos, take snaps and eat a lot just like a hippo!

"Real-life Parenting Thoughts" #104

Being a Dad or Mom is one of the most rewarding tasks that life has to offer. It is also one of the most challenging. Parenting is a job for which there aren’t perfect description or instruction manuals. But we will be happy to get one. Here is the second from a collection of 20 real-life thoughts that can help, inspire or change parents. Take what works for you.

Heaven on Earth - Top Travel Destinations #16

Have you ever dreamed of finding a paradise on Earth? Everyone has a slightly different idea about what a heaven on earth would look like. Some people may think it is a glorious gushing waterfall, for others it may be acres of rolling flower garden, and for others it could be a peaceful and untouched mountain top. Your eyes would admire and love to see the beauty of these places. You can visit these places and get immersed in the feeling of happiness and peacefulness. Here, we present a collection of top 16 paradises on our earth. The best way to visit these magnificent places is to go there with your loved ones as the magical effect of these beautiful places will live with you for ever.

Tunnel of Love, Klevan, Ukraine

This gorgeous long, leafy tunnel looks like a green dream, or a scene from a film - but it can actually be found deep in the forests of Ukraine. Located near the town of Klevan, this luscious green tunnel provides passage for a private train that provides wood to a local factory. Measuring 1.8 miles long, the unusual rail route in Eastern Europe is also a popular spot for lover’s promises. In addition to serving as a train route, the tunnel is used by lovers to make a wish - it is said that if they are sincere in their love, their wishes will come true.

Ride high, high in the Sky !

Ferris Wheel Day (14th Feb)

Ride high, high in the sky till you become either tired of it or feel woozy!!! What better way to celebrate Ferris Wheel Day than a day at the nearest amusement park with your kids?

Simple Memorable Activities to do with your Preschool Child #201

How you spend your time with your child is as important as how much time you spend with your child. Apart from the routines what else do you do that is exciting and memorable for the child. Do you engage your child in simple art activities at home? We have a few ideas and we are happy to share them with you. These activities can happen at home or outside. Just be a little creative. Most of the raw materials are simple day-to-day materials like bread, pencil etc and waste items like broken buttons etc.needs simple raw materials. Try some of these starter activities... get creative and come up with your own simple memorable activities. Most of all, spend great time with your child and enjoy together.

Golden Simple Thoughts #8

"We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today." ~ Stacia Tauscher

As Oogway says in Kungfu Panda, "There is a saying: yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the "present." Let our children enjoy the gift everyday!  

"Real-life Parenting Thoughts" #103

Being a Dad or Mom is one of the most rewarding tasks that life has to offer. It is also one of the most challenging. Parenting is a job for which there aren’t perfect description or instruction manuals. But we will be happy to get one. Here is the second from a collection of 20 real-life thoughts that can help, inspire or change parents. Take what works for you.

How to make dinner discussions more interesting to your child?

A wise teacher named Erin Kurt happened to have the insight to ask her students what they most liked their parents to do with them. She asked this same question every year for 16 years and here is one of the answers she got from them...

At dinner talk about what you and family could do together on a coming weekend. Your child will look forward to having dinner and listening to your vivid weekend plans. On a gentle note, do keep up with your plans and schedules.

Funny Questions & Hilarious Answers - 2

So how many friends do you have?

Make a Friend Day (11th Feb)

Happy times become happier and boring moments make a quick exit when your best friend is around! You can't have enough friends so go out on this day and make some new.

Funny Questions & Hilarious Answers - 1

Golden Simple Thoughts #7

"Being a full-time mother is one of the highest salaried jobs... since the payment is pure love." - Mildred B. Vermont

For every mother, her kid is always special. Whether kids do anything special for her or not, mothers always shower them with all their love. 

Happy Bubble Gum Day

Bubble Gum Day (7th Feb):
Blow the biggest bubble of all! Be careful not to burst it and splash it all over your face and hair! As mummy says "do not swallow the gum, and dispose of it cleanly!"

2 Active Facts about Yawn!

Enjoy our collection of amazing facts for kids, parents & teachers. Learn interesting earth facts, amazing chemistry facts, exciting biology facts, cool space facts, funny animal facts, crawling insect facts and much more. Find a witty commentary box at the bottom of each strip run by 'Baby Cool'. The facts on top are for real and the Baby Cool's comments are just a fun twist. We will feature more than 60 of them, so please do visit us again.

A baby can grow up to 170 feet!

As your baby enters this world, she is brilliantly capable of so much. Some of these real facts can surprise 2-time mothers, excite mom-to-be and generally make most of us laugh out loud. Here is one...

It is estimated that if a baby continued to grow at the rate he does in his first year, by the time he reached adulthood he would be as tall as 170 feet.

We are collecting 20 such interesting baby facts any new mom and dad would love to read and keep. If you like to have a FREE eBook on this, please feel free to send a request mail to pollencubes@gmail.com. We will mail it to you in a day's time. 

"Real-life Parenting Thoughts" #102

Being a Dad or Mom is one of the most rewarding tasks that life has to offer. It is also one of the most challenging. Parenting is a job for which there aren’t perfect description or instruction manuals. But we will be happy to get one. Here is the second from a collection of 20 real-life thoughts that can help, inspire or change parents. Take what works for you.

Not only Healthy but Tasty too!

A wise teacher named Erin Kurt happened to have the insight to ask her students what they most liked their parents to do with them. She asked this same question every year for 16 years and here is one of the answers she got from them... 

"Give me nutritious food so I can grow up healthy. But it has to be tasty too!"

Golden Simple Thoughts #6

"Books are a uniquely portable magic." By Stephen King

How true!! Buy as much magic as possible... you child will only love to lap them up. Visit a book fair or a nearby book shop or an online book store... and bring home the magic.

"Real-life Parenting Thoughts" #101

Being a Dad or Mom is one of the most rewarding tasks that life has to offer. It is also one of the most challenging. Parenting is a job for which there aren’t perfect description or instruction manuals. But we will be happy to get one. Here is the first from a collection of 20 real-life thoughts that can help, inspire or change parents. Take what works for you.